IT Test Manager Salary/Benefits: [Band 2: £61,222 - £70,737 with a Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27% plus hybrid working options. Location: Bootle (with some travel) Shape the IT of a national regulator – and help keep the UK’s nuclear industry safe and secure. Why join us? We are the UK’s independent nuclear regulator, dedicated to keeping the UK’s nuclear industry safe and secure. We invest in our people to build capability and resilience within our great teams, underpinned by our inherent focus on inclusion and excellence. Our values, ‘supportive, open-minded, fair and accountable,’ shape how we work. Use your professional expertise to make a positive impact. Be part of a team committed to being a modern, transparent regulator delivering trusted outcomes and value. And, support our mission to protect society by securing safe nuclear operations. As an IT Test Manager, you’ll have an exciting opportunity to take ONR’s IT forward and define the systems of a vital national regulator. What you’ll be doing: As our organisation evolves and progresses, so must our IT. In this key role, you’ll be part of a newly formed Information Technology and Delivery Directorate (ITDD) and lead a team of three. Together, you’ll ensure all changes within the scope of ITDD’s Test Management Office (TMO) are tested with the appropriate level of governance to protect production systems and ensure integrity. It’s crucial work that offers the chance to liaise with contacts across and outside ONR. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with third parties in a hybrid IT support arrangement with a managed service provider. Your goal? To deliver the highest standards of test methodology and be seen as an integral part of the development lifecycle. You’ll also define and implement the overall test approach, collaborating with Project Management and Service Management teams, including our IT supply chain partners. With their input, you will shape testing and determine which types of testing (for example, non-functional, UAT) are required. What do you need to be great for this role? You’ll be the main point of contact for test activities and assurance, so you’ll need to be confident and capable. We’re looking for proven experience of leading test teams, managing portfolios of projects and implementing test strategies and audit and risk control policies. In terms of qualifications, you’ll need an International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Certified Tester Foundation (or equivalent) – but that’s only half the story. You also need good stakeholder management abilities to build relationships quickly. With your strong communication skills plus technical expertise, you’ll win the trust of colleagues, coaching them where necessary. Further qualifications such as Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundation V4 or equivalent aren’t essential but could strengthen your application. Pay, Benefits, Culture Our people’s dedication to public safety and security is central to the delivery of our commitments to the public we serve. We therefore offer competitive salaries, with this role attracting a salary of £61,222 - £70,737 and a Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%. Plus, flexible and hybrid working options in addition to generous holiday entitlement. Our colleagues are from all walks of life with varied personal experiences and career journeys into ONR. We want the best people for our roles. As an inclusive employer we welcome diverse perspectives and value individuals’ contributions, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, social background, religion, or belief. How to apply To find out more and apply, visit our online recruitment website. Closing date: 7 May 2025